Israel Innovation Springboard
Israel Innovation Springboard
Israel Innovation Springboard connects large enterprise companies in untapped US locations with Israel’s cutting-edge startup ecosystem.
This opens doors for Israeli companies in these markets and creates true two-way innovation partnerships that drive competitive advantage for both sides.
What We Do
Our comprehensive suite of professional services caters to a diverse clientele.
Connection Point
Connecting large enterprise companies with Israel’s cutting-edge startup ecosystem.
Opening Doors
Opening doors for Israeli companies in underserved US markets.
USA – Israel Partnership
True two-way innovation partnerships that drive competitive advantage for both sides.
About Us
Led by innovation expert Naftali Dratman, we connect the vibrant startup ecosystems of the United States and Israel.
Naftali Dratman
CEO | LinkedIn
Naftali Dratman is the CEO of Israel Innovation Springboard. Previously, he spent several years working on cutting edge innovation in companies such as General Motors, LG Electronics, Airbus and Oppo/OnePlus. He’s managed large Corporate Innovation programs such as night vision for cars and Advanced Air Mobility with the Israeli startup ecosystem as well as initiating several joint projects between Corporates and Academia in Israel and around the world.
Innovation: Impact Makers Podcast
Brian Wallace
CMO and Innovation Architect | LinkedIn
Brian Wallace is the Founder and President of NowSourcing, an industry leading content marketing agency that makes your complexity simple, visual, and influential. Brian has been named a Google Small Business Advisor for 2016-present, joined the SXSW Advisory Board in 2019-present and became an SMB Advisor for Lexmark in 2023. He is the Founder of The Innovate Summit which successfully launched in May 2024, and is working to bring a faith based business conference version to Israel in early 2026.
Yaron Flint
Strategic Advisor | LinkedIn
Yaron Flint is a global business development and innovation expert with over 20 years of experience leading multinational corporations, consulting firms, and private equity companies across sectors including Automotive, Industry 4.0, Smart Materials, Environmental, and Construction-tech. Combining a unique cross-cultural perspective with deep insights into embedding innovation and building meaningful relationships, he advises organizations worldwide, shares practical strategies through his books, and is a sought-after keynote speaker.
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